2. Drop-out rate
In grade 9 (as compared to grade 8) there is a dropout rate of 27.1%, and in grade 10 (as compared to grade 9) there is a dropout rate of 14.9%. Reasons for dropping out of high school altogether and a breakdown by gender, may be worth exploring in the next report.
3. Analysis of test performance in grade 8 and 9 – Gyan Shala students and “new” students
Based on grade eight (2015) data, Gyan Shala boys outperform new boys whereas new girls outperform Gyan Shala girls. However, it is important to note that students with a 0% performance have been excluded from this analysis resulting in a sample of 151 Gyan Shala students versus 30 new students. This is consistent with the early estimate of Gyan Shala’s mid-term report which states that roughly 80% of the students are existing Gyan Shala students, while some 20% are new students joining Gyan Shala in Grade 8. These results may have implications on after-school tuition for all students.
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